Courage Unmasked

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Courage Unmasked

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14 episodes

2 months ago

Claire Neuman's journey to becoming the first Executive Director of Venture Club of Indiana began at her 18th birthday party, where she discovered her passion for connecting people. This pivotal moment sparked a lifelong pursuit of creating meaningful synergies - what she defines as interactions that produce effects greater than the sum of their separate parts. Ready to optimize culture and transform engagement?Visit https://commix.io to learn more. Read to optimize culture and Transform empl...

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Episodes (14/14)

Courage Unmasked

Breaking Barriers in Business

4 months ago

29 minutes

Courage Unmasked

From NFL to First Response: Erron Kinney's Path to Leadership

Erron Kinney's remarkable journey from seven-year NFL player to fire chief reveals powerful parallels between two of America's most demanding professions. Beyond the obvious physical challenges, both careers require extraordinary emotional resilience and the courage to be vulnerable in high-stakes environments. "The pressure you face in NFL is high and it's about entertainment and scoring touchdowns, where my job now, the public is truly depending on me for their health and well-being and th...

6 months ago

34 minutes

Courage Unmasked

Entrepreneurial Leap: Building a Consulting Business from Scratch

Cassie Bernhardt and Courtney Scott, founders of Impresa Advisors, share their journey from C-suite executives to entrepreneurs, illustrating how courage and vulnerability became their business foundation. Former C-suite executives who connected through similar career inflection points.Built their consulting firm through phased transitions, recognizing the universe's signalsLeverage their athletic backgrounds to develop resilience through business challenges.Share stories of success and failu...

7 months ago

27 minutes

Courage Unmasked

From Loss to Breakthrough: How Two Researchers Are Redefining Cancer Survival

Two extraordinary scientists, Lingbing Zhang and Suzanne Kennedy, share their revolutionary approach to treating cancer cachexia, a deadly wasting syndrome that affects 80% of stage four cancer patients and causes 30% of cancer deaths despite receiving almost no attention in mainstream treatment. Personal journeys led both scientists to study cachexia - Kennedy after losing a childhood friend to leukemia and Zhang through his fascination with immunologyCachexia is not simply weight loss but a...

7 months ago

39 minutes

Courage Unmasked

From Startup to $1.25 Billion: The Power of Not Being Afraid of Failure

What does it take to build a company that sells for $1.25 billion? More vulnerability than you might expect. Shegun Otulana pulls back the curtain on entrepreneurship's glamorized image, revealing the gritty reality behind his journey from founding TheraNest to leading Therapy Brands through its billion-dollar acquisition. With refreshing candor, he confesses, "I never did think about quitting. The only thing I was worried about was my wife making me quit." This resilience, coupled with a sy...

8 months ago

27 minutes

Courage Unmasked

Guiding with Heart and Courage with Blake Holte

What happens when a career driven by bravery intersects with vulnerability? Join us on Courage Unmasked as we sit down with Fire Chief Blake Holt from Springdale, Arkansas, to explore this profound balance. Blake's journey is as inspiring as it is unexpected. Raised in a nurturing family in North Dakota, with his father in law and his mother in education, Blake initially aspired to be a physician. However, his experiences as an EMT in high school opened a new path, guiding him towards the fir...

8 months ago

35 minutes

Courage Unmasked

Resilience and Courage on 9/11 with Felipe Rodriguez

Felipe Rodriguez, a former NYPD officer and our guest in this deeply impactful episode, opens up about his experiences on the front lines during one of America's darkest days, September 11, 2001. With a career that began amidst the turbulent crack wars of New York, Felipe's story isn't just about professional growth but also about personal resilience and the unwavering call to serve. From the crackling police radio to the heart-stopping moment the Twin Towers fell, Felipe's account is a testa...

9 months ago

33 minutes

Courage Unmasked

Embodied Healing with Devra Najera

Unresolved trauma can have a profound impact on our lives, from our personal well-being to our closest relationships. This episode's guest, Devra Najera, shares her incredibly moving journey through trauma and the transformative power of somatic therapy. Inspired by a pivotal EMDR session, Devra explores how reconnecting with her childhood memories provided her with the insight to address emotions physically alongside mentally. Her experiences led her to write "Somatic Therapy for Trauma" und...

10 months ago

31 minutes

Courage Unmasked

Lessons in Entrepreneurial Vulnerability with Demi Oloyede

In our conversation, Demi opens up about the emotional facets of entrepreneurship, revealing her battles with self-doubt and how embracing vulnerability became a strength. Her experiences with fear and anxiety in launching proposals remind us of the resilience needed to thrive despite setbacks. As we highlight the unique hurdles faced by young female entrepreneurs, Demi's anecdotes of hiring challenges and leadership growth emphasize staying true to one's mission as a guiding light through ad...

10 months ago

24 minutes

Courage Unmasked

Leadership and Psychological Safety with Ben Cutler

Get ready for an enlightening episode as we welcome Ben Cutler, the visionary leader behind Hushmail, to discuss the transformative power of leadership rooted in humility and transparency. Ben shares his unique approach, inspired by General Stanley McChrystal, where success takes precedence over always being right. Our conversation uncovers how radical transparency and psychological safety can empower frontline decision-making and foster a thriving team culture. Ben’s refreshing vulnerability...

10 months ago

28 minutes

Courage Unmasked

The Art of Patience in Leadership with Doug Cupp

What drives a person to risk their life for others? Fire Chief Doug Cupp shares his extraordinary journey, shaped by a profound commitment to service and a pivotal life-saving moment. This episode unravels the essence of vulnerability and leadership through Doug’s experiences, mentorship, and dedication to his team. Discover how one rescue operation ignited a career built on courage, trust, and self-reflection. With nearly three decades in firefighting, Doug offers a unique perspective on le...

10 months ago

40 minutes

Courage Unmasked

Overcoming Challenges Through Vulnerability with Trey Patterson

From a tumultuous past marred by addiction and despair, Trey Patterson has become a symbol of hope and transformation. Discover how a moment of clarity in a jail cell at just 16 years old, led him to embrace the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous, sparking a journey of recovery that has since inspired over 50,000 students. Trey's story is a testament to the power of vulnerability in overcoming life's most daunting challenges and serves as a guiding light for those walking similar paths. We e...

10 months ago

31 minutes

Courage Unmasked

Embracing Vulnerability with Holger Durre

Fire Chief Holger Durre’s journey is nothing short of inspirational. From his initial days as an aspiring medical student to his current role as a fire chief, Holger's story is one of resilience and dedication. His early experiences as an EMT and his subsequent work with ambulance services sparked a passion for public safety that has guided his career. As we chat with Chief Durre, he shares how pivotal events, like 9/11, shaped his perspective and commitment to civic engagement, ultimately le...

11 months ago

40 minutes

Courage Unmasked

The Power of Vulnerability with Angie Menendez

In this episode, host Carol Park welcomes Angie Menendez, a trailblazer in the field of Human Resources and Corporate Wellness, who has built her career on a foundation of holistic well-being and strategic leadership. Angie shares how her journey—from founding Empower Well-being LLC to earning her Master’s in Health and Wellness Management—has shaped her into a leader focused on more than just performance metrics. Her life experiences, grounded in training, relationship-building, and communic...

11 months ago

32 minutes